Far Cry 4

Ubisoft Toronto

Rank: #5 / 6
Released: 2014
Studio: Ubisoft Toronto
Genre: first-person shooter, action-adventure game

At a glance

Far Cry 4 is an open-world first-person shooter and action-adventure game from Ubisoft Toronto, released for Windows and PlayStation 3. Set in the Himalayan region of Kyrat, it lets you tackle enemy territory with weapons ranging from crossbows to rocket launchers, choosing stealth or force. The landscape stretches from forests to snowy peaks, and you can scout from a gyrocopter or move through valleys in a wingsuit. Kyrat’s wildlife can also affect combat: the game describes riding a war elephant to attack enemy outposts. Its open-world co-op lets a friend join or leave as you explore, coordinate attacks on fortified outposts and hunt legendary beasts. Steam lists single-player, multiplayer and co-op features, as well as achievements and partial controller support. Its listed genres are action and adventure, and its Steam age rating is 17.

Who it is for

It suits players who want an open-world shooter with varied weapons, exploration, wildlife encounters and the option to play co-op with a friend.

What is good

Choose stealth or heavy weaponry.
Explore forests and snowy mountain peaks.
Use a gyrocopter, wingsuit and war elephant.
Drop-in co-op is listed.

What to know first

Steam lists partial controller support.
Steam age rating is 17.
Windows and PlayStation 3 are the listed platforms.

Verdict

Far Cry 4 combines open-world combat with Kyrat exploration and co-op play. Players should note the listed age rating and partial controller support on Steam.